#1
Months on List: 2
When the sitting president bows out just 107 days before the election, the vice president must navigate chaos, conviction, and history itself in a race that will define a nation.
107 Days
by Kamala Harris • Simon & Schuster (September 23, 2025) • 2 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 22
Harriot humorously yet critically challenges the dominant white narrative of American history, providing a fresh perspective through the overlooked experiences of Black Americans across significant events.
Black Af History: The Un-whitewashed Story Of America
by Michael Harriot • Dey Street Books (September 19, 2023) • 22 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 1
This is a memoir and motivational guide from a renowned athlete and philanthropist, offering personal experiences and insights on overcoming adversity, embracing wellness in all aspects of life, and cultivating a life of service without neglecting self-care.
Let Me Be Real With You: Inspiring Lessons On Living A Life Of Service
by Arshay Cooper • Harperone (October 14, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 1
This is a memoir of an esteemed basketball player, recounting a journey from poverty-stricken beginnings to basketball stardom, and his role as a trailblazer in merging lifestyle, culture and sports.
Misunderstood: A Memoir
by Allen Iverson • Gallery/13a (October 7, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 1
This book offers an insightful critique of the American two-party political system and urges readers to vote independently, focusing on their personal beliefs rather than party affinities.
Independent: A Look Inside A Broken White House, Outside The Party Lines
by Karine Jean-pierre • Legacy Lit (October 21, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 1
This biography follows Jesse Jackson’s 1980s presidential campaigns, focusing on how they shifted the landscape for Black political power by building an improbable coalition, shaping the modern Democratic alliance.
A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson And The Fight For Black Political Power
by Abby Phillip • Flatiron Books (October 28, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 6
"Uncommon Favor" is a compelling journey through the life of Staley, from her humble origins on a North Philadelphia basketball court to national fame, tackling sexism, isolation, and personal growth to achieve extraordinary success.
Uncommon Favor: Basketball, North Philly, My Mother, And The Life Lessons I Learned From All Three
by Dawn Staley • Atria/black Privilege Publishing (May 20, 2025) • 6 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 7
A girl from 1950s Galveston grows into a force of maternal strength and creative vision, navigating love, loss, and legacy while shaping a multigenerational story of resilience and transformation.
Matriarch: A Memoir
by Tina Knowles • One World (April 22, 2025) • 7 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 18
This book invites readers on a journey toward greater happiness, providing tools of emotional self-management and practical ways to cultivate the four pillars of happiness: family, friendship, work, and faith, regardless of circumstances.
Build The Life You Want: The Art And Science Of Getting Happier
by Arthur C. Brooks And Oprah Winfrey • Portfolio (September 12, 2023) • 18 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 18
The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story is an enlightening exploration of American history that places slavery and its continuing legacy at the center of the narrative, revealing the profound impact of it on contemporary American society through an intricate blend of historical essays, poems, and works of fiction contributed by renowned scholars, authors, and poets.
The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story
by Nikole Hannah-jones • One World (November 16, 2021) • 18 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 7
In three poignant essays, acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates examines the profound influence of stories and myths on our realities and highlights the necessity of confronting difficult truths to liberate ourselves from destructive narratives.
The Message
by Ta-nehisi Coates • One World (October 1, 2024) • 7 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 13
Malcolm Gladwell revisits the concept of social epidemics, exploring how modern attempts to manipulate tipping points shape society in both beneficial and unintended ways.
Revenge Of The Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, And The Rise Of Social Engineering
by Malcolm Gladwell • Little, Brown And Company (October 1, 2024) • 13 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 3
This book documents the journey of the McKissack family, who established the foremost Black design and construction firm in the U.S, tracing back to their roots in the mid-1800s, and highlights their significant architectural achievements and the importance of perseverance and vision in shaping their enduring legacy.
The Black Family Who Built America: The Mckissacks, Two Centuries Of Daring Pioneers
by Cheryl Mckissack Daniel With Nick Chiles • Atria/black Privilege Publishing (August 12, 2025) • 3 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 3
This memoir is a deeply personal account of a Grammy-winning artist, detailing his journey through depression, addiction, and self-discovery, and his transformation from a kid from Cleveland to a cultural icon.
Cudi: The Memoir
by Kid Cudi • Simon & Schuster (August 12, 2025) • 3 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 16
In the follow-up to his bestselling cookbook, Snoop Dogg teams up with rapper E-40 to bring new flavor to the kitchen, offering over 65 entertaining and accessible recipes inspired by their music, favorite meals, and culture, perfect for any occasion and fans of Snoop, E-40, and celebrity cookbooks.
Snoop Dogg Presents Goon With The Spoon
by Snoop Dogg And Earl Stevens • Chronicle Books (November 14, 2023) • 16 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 1
This memoir by a renowned broadcaster and fashion editor explores the ups and downs of Black media and the challenges faced due to sexism and racism in the media industry, while also celebrating the successes and contributions of Black women in cultural representation.
Tenderheaded: A Memoir
by Michaela Angela Davis • Simon & Schuster (October 14, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 5
This book is a deeply profound exploration of America's racial history and its current crisis, presented in the form of a personal letter from a father to his son.
Between The World And Me
by Ta-nehisi Coates • One World (July 14, 2015) • 5 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 10
<em>Self-Care for Black Men</em> is a comprehensive guide offering practical strategies and tools for Black men to navigate societal challenges, nurture their mental health, and cultivate joy, providing an essential roadmap towards wellness and self-discovery in a world beset by racism and trauma.
Self-care For Black Men: 100 Ways To Heal And Liberate
by Jor-el Caraballo • Adams Media (November 7, 2023) • 10 Months on List
#19
Months on List: 1
This book reshapes the traditional narrative of America's civil rights movement by asserting it as an enduring struggle deserving recognition through a tragic lens.
Shattered Dreams, Infinite Hope: A Tragic Vision Of The Civil Rights Movement
by Brandon M. Terry • Belknap Press (October 21, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 1
This book traces the evolution of menswear in Black culture over three centuries, from its roots in servant and enslaved people's uniform to its significance in the civil rights movement and the influence in modern hip-hop and streetwear, highlighting the influence of prominent Black voices in fashion, literature, and art.
Superfine: Tailoring Black Style
by Monica L. Miller
• Metropolitan Museum Of Art New York (June 3, 2025) • 1 Months on List
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Methodology: Books are categorized and filtered for Black Authors by the African American Literature Book Club. This list is a sneak peek into the Black Book Accelerator initiative.
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